Common Causes of Delays That Are Easily Avoided

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks or watching! Which tummy time position does your little one prefer? Don't forget to get your free 0 - 12 months old developmental milestone chart here: brightestbeginning.com/12monthmilestones/

[@jelenacepli1917]

Thank. My kid ist born with omphalocele so hi could not do the tummy time. So hie has now the problem with the head exactly what you told it would be. He ist going to a physical therapy. It seems better. Can that be completely gone? And that he can have normal simetrical head sides? I m a little bit sad and worried.

[@dreamaberry6353]

Unfortunately I haven't been doing a lot of tummy time with my 8 month old from a younger age and now I'm worried he'll be behind with his physical milestones. I've been concentrating on him sitting up more. I feel terrible for realising I have been missing out of so many months of him practicing on tummy time. How many times should I have him do tummy time per day?

[@EmmaHubbard]

​@@dreamaberry6353 try not to worry, as I am sure you are doing a great job with your little one. In regards to how often you should do tummy time with them, just try and do it once every wake period during the day and gradually build up the length of time they are lying on their tummy. However, if your little one is already crawling then don't worry about doing tummy time, as it's not needed at this point.

[@EmmaHubbard]

​@@jelenacepli1917 It is very understandable that you are worried. But try and remember you have done everything you can and more. It's fantastic that you have been able to get in contact with a physical therapist and it seems to be better. Unfortunately, because I cannot see your little one I cannot say if the flattening with go. But this is something his physical therapist should be able to answer. So at the next appointment if you feel comfortable, I would raise these concerns and questions. Sorry I couldn't be of more help. I wish your little one all the best

[@jelenacepli1917]

@@EmmaHubbard Thanx Emma. You encouraged me sooo much. I blamed me for some part of it. I didn't do tummy time because i thought it hurt ihm (he had tummy operation) so i didn't won't to give him even more pain. I will definitely ask him the next time that we have appointment. Thanx very much for all the videos that you are putting on for all of us to see. It helps. It really does. Please don't stop. There is so much false information out there and it is hard to find the correct one and good one.

[@vulpix0r]

My son practiced tummy time from the day he left the hospital, and he started to stand and walk a bit at 10 months. I believe in the benefits of tummy time.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks so much for sharing!

[@AussieAngeS]

Hi Emma my son hates tummy time when he was a baby, and I tried tummy time every day even though he laid there like a starfish 😂. He did however develop flat head on the side of his head but we think that was from a bassinet that we bought for him. The mattress was far too soft and you could feel the base of the mattress against his head. I ended up putting a towel under the mattress. His head did correct itself as he grew thank goodness

[@misstiarose4738]

Omg my baby has developed flat head on the side, so In order to fix it the baby must lay on a hard surface? My bassist had a hard flat surface but I thought that was kind of rough for the baby so I put a blanket on the hard surface.. but I see they need to lay on hard surface huh?

[@ladygoo0001]

We started at 2 months and at first she’d only cry, not lasting a minute. Now she’ll go on for 5 minutes looking at the colors and her toys. She’ll be 5 months tomorrow and it’s difficult at first but watching your videos has helped me increase her tummy time

[@EmmaHubbard]

That’s wonderful to hear! I’m so glad she’s doing well 🙂

[@kelseyowens25]

My four-month-old son has a colostomy bag (since one week old and will hopefully be reversed soon), and it’s difficult to get in tummy time. Trying to do short stretches and keep him upright in other ways or on his tummy with assistance. This helps to know that crying doesn’t mean he hates it! I try to get gas out of the bag so he can do it a couple times per day. Appreciate tips and workarounds!

[@EmmaHubbard]

Sounds like you have been doing a great job giving your little one exposure to a variety of positions. The football hold tummy time position might be one that is easier for your little one while he still has the colostomy bag. He might also like the tummy time position over your leg (you can leave a gap between your legs to accommodate the colostomy bag and ensure no pressure is being applied to it). Wishing you all the best with the upcoming surgery!

[@kelseyowens25]

@@EmmaHubbard thank you so much! ❤️

[@farahlibra1902]

I've tried all Emma's tips for making tummy time easier, my 4 month old still hates it. I see communicating that it's odd or challenging as Baby for hating it. Her crying tears me up.

[@emptysoul5057]

My kid spent a lot of time by my side in the day because my recovery was rough and I couldn't walk far. He grabbed my hair rolled around and I just didn't ever stop him. He'd get frustrated and fuss but he'd work it out. He started it at about a month and I figured he was playing and so I let him. He got mobile quick. Now that he's almost a year I wish he was less mobile. I had to do the floor bed stuff with him now because he climbs out of cribs. He's a beautiful little energy filled monster lol.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Sounds like he is an active little one! And lots of fun!

[@crybebebunny]

At the moment, I don't have any babies near me. My youngest is about to turn 13 years old. Three of my 4 children were Preemies. I did subscriber as soon as I saw your channel. This is the 2nd video I see of yours. Very Wise information. I did a research paper on SIDS back in high school, more than 30 years ago. It bin only in the last 10 years that I have hear any new information about SIDS. I think everyone who could help was afraid because it's a very sensitive situation/subject.

[@kaysia6556]

Funny enough, started Tummy time from day one. He didn't seem to like it one bit for the whole time lol. He is getting through his gross motor skills quickly. Sat up at 4 months assisted, 5 months unassisted, crawling at 6 months and at 6 months trying to hold and stand up. Let's see what 7 months have in store. I need to work on language development. He is not babling much despite doing a bunch of things. Gonna see if you have a video on this.

[@joannabroderick2346]

Our little guy loves his tummy time! He likes it best in our chests but also enjoys it on a play mat.

[@shikhasharma1614]

Hi Emma! Really like your suggestions and already saw your videos in pregnancy in the past so that it helps me to raise my child for crossing all the milestone.I also started tummy time for my son when he was 1 week old and due to that at the age of 2 1/2 month he started taking turn. Thanks for the valuable information.

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@YourHealthMatters288]

Thank you Emma......brilliant as always x

[@EmmaHubbard]

Thanks so much!

[@protusgift607]

Thanks alot for your videos. it has been helpful as a first-time mum. My baby is a year and eight months but not walking and talking but she blabs

[@jaysonpahamtang2678]

May first baby walked before his first birthday without tummy time .his head does not flat too..

[@PinnacleTeachingResources]

My 14 week old baby sleeps anywhere from 3-5hours for his first stretch at night and then sometimes an hour every hour after that. Please tell me why?? As when he was younger, he only woke up twice in a night and now it is more frequent. He was born 4.17, 55cm at 39 weeks. He is now 14 weeks and 6.7kgs, 65cm. If I eat massive meals and he is tired, his first sleep is longer. Please advise??

[@QueenLogic87]

My son hated tummy time from the start, he was screaming like hell! Im talking the neighbors will call child welfare services kinda screaming ! So i stopped tummy time.. Its only at 4 months of age that i started doing tummy time again, he stilk hates it.. He is nearly 5months of age and i now do tummy time at least 4 Times a day for less than 5 minutes at a time before he starts screaming again.... He lifts his head well but still doesn't push up with his arms.. I try not to give up but just cant Handle the constant screaming.. 😭😭😭

[@yaseminmcglinchey]

If your baby does not like to tummy time, first pick him up on your lap and walk with him. And you can also put him on your stomach and spend time that way. I'm sure it will work.

[@saba333vlog]

Same with me 😭 my baby is 3 months and 17 days

[@Isiena]

I found Emma's video on alternative tummy time very helpful

[@MeoCulpa]

Give him tummy time on your tummy when you’re reclined on a couch or something. Start mostly upright and practice getting lower. My niece found tummy time… bizarre, but doing it in a way that she could see our faces and feel secure helped a lot.

[@tashaculus4582]

The same with my 5 week old. I decided to give her a massage on her back and that helped to soothe her for a few mins

[@cherishwillis4893]

My baby is 5 months old now and absolutely hates it you laying down and he instantly start screaming and trying to self-soothe by sucking on his thumb he didn't always do this when he was younger he would do tummy time for a couple minutes. But now he doesn't do it at all I've tried changing the scenery and putting toys and mirrors in front of him and doing it in different positions he's 5 months old and still hasn't rolled over from his stomach to his back he's rolled over from his back to his stomach but only a few times he hasn't started attempting to crawl or anything like that. Was anyone else's baby like this and did they eventually make their milestones?

[@jaclynschlagenhaft9253]

how did your little guy do? When did he finally like tummy time?

[@MagCynic]

This makes me feel so bad for the parents that just don't know and leave their baby on their backs for most of the time.

[@pamelaparmar7702]

Hi your videos are excellent

[@melissapratt3545]

I want my husband to watch ALL your baby videos! >.

[@EmmaHubbard]

😂

[@Thevanessaglow]

Hi Emma, what is your opinion on Playpens?

[@tariktube2586]

My baby is 15 month. During birth (vbac ) complications he did not cry with convulsion. He is okay. Under treatment pediatric neurologist. Now my baby can't sit or stand or up or grip object . Ct scan find mild cerebral atrophy - sequel of perinatal asphyxia. Please what exercise to be needed

[@aparnam5524]

I always sleep sideways and I found that my baby who is 20day old turns and sleeps sideways. I have started her tummy time from 18th day and once a day for 10 sec. From 20th day planning to increase the frequency to 3 times a day for 10-15 sec

[@NotFrom3rdWorldCountry]

How about late preterm baby? When can they start tummy time?

[@boogeiyman]

One thing about there video though, all the sample videos were of babies with neck control, only one seemed to be a newborn.

[@Memphisblue22822]

its true i have a 6 month and this video brew me mind

[@EmmaHubbard]

Glad you found it helpful!

[@natashawiggan9615]

How to get your son to start walking? He’s 9 months and cursing standing by holding on to something, what should I do so he lets go and start walking?

[@dianurfa_]

my baby just turned 3 months today. we’ve been letting her do tummy time at least once a day, but recently i realise that she tends to put her arms out eventhough i’ve positioned them under her chest for better support. is this normal or a proper way to do tummy time? she can hold her head up more than 45 degrees but sometimes would tend to lean to one side and eventually fall onto her back.

[@Anyakaniece]

My baby does this exact thing tii

[@Corekoshe]

My baby had plagiocephaly just by sleeping and 8 did lots of tummy time

[@prats9211]

When do u start tummy time for premature babies? Mine were born at 35weeks and now they are 40 week old.

[@zuzanacoetsee8181]

Mine was almost 6 weeks early, didn't do any tummy time throughout his gestation weeks but started tummy time the day he reached is due date! He's now able to be on his tummy for up to 15 minutes at the time (he's just gone 3 months corrected age)

[@alicem3649]

Please cite the 1999 study. You don’t give the authors’ names or publisher…? 1:01

[@PhoebeJaneway]

And when do you start if you have a premie-baby?

[@zuzanacoetsee8181]

I started as soon as he hit his due date! Just like you would if he or she was born on time. Prior to that he just ate and slept I left him to finish his gestation weeks..he was born at 33+4

[@PhoebeJaneway]

@@zuzanacoetsee8181 I am doing that now, too. It felt right then. Mine was also 33+6 and he is 2 weeks over due date now and interested, looking and actively training 😅😍

[@erinstenback475]

My baby hated being on his back so much he learned to turn himself over at 2 months 😂😂

[@EmmaHubbard]

😂

[@TheLazyMom]

i never did tummy time and my 8 month son is already starting to walk! if i ever did "tummy time" it would be him just breastfeeding in the natural breastfeeding position. in the olden days no one stressed about tummy time and that were properly developed

[@aab24209]

Nobody stressed about tummy time before because babies were put to sleep on their stomachs, though

[@nadiaengelstrostved3913]

Are you sure you have an 8 month baby? Cause you sound like a boomer…

[@Animeshelly0120]

olden days people also put babies on their stomach which is an increased risk of SIDS. today’s medical culture recommends putting to sleep on their back and doing tummy time during when they are awake. it helps with their neck muscle development and prevents flat head. it is essential for development. even putting the baby on your chest is considered tummy time. it’s not just putting them on a flat solid surface. I also did tummy time some days with me leaning at an angle against a pillow putting my child on my chest before and even sometimes I fed her. she is 9 months now and crawling and walking (with support) but started pulling herself up and able to walk along the crib at around 6-7 months. it’s definitely from the hours of tummy time I did with her.

[@boogeiyman]

Olden days had much higher infant mortality

[@ashleyw7718]

Occupational therapists are seeing so many children who have motor function delays from not doing tummy time. All the way into pre-teen… it’s SO important to be able to crawl.

[@farheenfatma3880]

My baby is 9 month old but he doesn't roll himself please tell me what to do....

[@nekokitty2883]

Mam, My baby girl is 5 month 10 days old she's developed flat head on the back Its my first baby No one gave a piece of knowledge about that in the beginning but my relatives stopped me from putting my baby on tummy time can you please help me with this and how to reshape her flat head back to normal?

[@ancachiosea6334]

My son too developed a bit of a flat spot from favouring sleeping on one side. I started putting him the other way around in the bed and it corrected eventually. Sleep will put the most pressure on the skull so try and get her to sleep on her sides, if she rolls back maybe try laying down with her in bed. If I lay next to my son holding his hand he'll sleep facing me, hopefully that works for you. Also lots of tummy time or whatever play that doesn't put pressure on the back of her head. Your relatives should mind their own business.

[@nekokitty2883]

@@ancachiosea6334 This gives me a hope , thank you sister😊

[@brianrodriguez9046]

Is there anyway too get rid off the flat head and help there neck my son is 7 mouths old now

[@EmmaHubbard]

Hi Brian! If your little one is starting to sit up and spend less time lying on their back, the flat spot on the head should not continue to flatten. In regards to getting rid of the flat spot it all depends on how severe the flatten is. If it is mild then with time it will become less noticeable but if it is severe then it is best to check in the doctor to see if a referral to a specialist is needed. If you are concerned about their neck I would recommend seeing a paediatric physiotherapist who can give specific exercises/recommendations. I hope that helps.

[@daniellenelson8222]

my son is 6 months, hes been seeing a physical therapist for over a month now, for tight neck muscles, also flat head on one side. tell your sons doctor your concern & he/she will refer you to physical therapist. recommend doing it asap before baby head starts to harden more

[@lilrascalish]

How soon can a newborn be placed on their tummy?

[@djkb125]

After the umbilical cord falls if you want to use the floor. If it’s on you that can be started from day one

[@EmmaHubbard]

If your little one was born full term with no medical complications you can start doing tummy time from day 1. Hope that helps!

[@kllythfthm892]

Please do a video about teaching a baby use washroom.

[@kllythfthm892]

My baby is 88 days old.when she lying on her tummy her head like shaking and then she fall in to a side and lying to her back.

[@lindabeckley6382]

I’ve never heard of the word winge?!

[@ManoliGreek2640]

Thought baby’s aren’t allowed to sleep on their tummy’s???

[@EmmaHubbard]

That’s correct, i do not recommend tummy sleeping (and the AAP, Red Nose Australia etc. also don’t recommend it) due to increased SIDS risks.

[@regmideepa6506]

😍🥰🥰

[@pamelaparmar7702]

Hi your videos are excellent

[@pamelaparmar7702]

Hi your videos are excellent

[@EmmaHubbard]

Glad you like them! 🙏